SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience (ODRR) is currently: Coordinating with FEMA on potential for opening several Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs). Coordinating with State, local, and resource partners on potential of opening Business Recovery Centers (BRCs). DRCs and BRCs are great resources to get help with Federal assistance applications for Businesses of all sizes, Homeowners, Renters, & Private nonprofit organizations.

Understanding your financials, numbers, and reports is a game changer as a CEO and entrepreneur. There isn't a "typical day" in the life of a leader, but the most successful ones rely on routines, methods, and knowledge to consistently perform at an ultra-high level.

National ACE's Capital Readiness Program Business Coach Allen Wu will explain this new initiative funded by the federal government to provide healthcare benefits to employees at no cost to the employer.

Learn about the information about the Capital Improvement Program contracts soon to be released by HAS. Take advantage of this time to network and collaborate with industry professionals, project stakeholders, and key decision-makers within Houston Airports. The presentation will highlight the objectives and timelines of each contract followed by Q&A to address any questions.

The Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum Presents "Emergency Preparedness - Planning and Preparing for a Disaster" Join Us!

Come enjoy a hearty & hot breakfast and get to know Southwest District board members, Public Officials, and Community & Business leaders.

Join us for an afternoon of matchmaking where City of Houston Certified diverse firms are invited to meet the primes. Please follow the QR to be entered in the United Airlines system.

Are you a Small, Minority and/or Woman-Owned Business? Port Houston is hosting this event to learn more about your business and provide you with valuable information on how you can apply for procurement opportunities.

Director Turner and the entire Houston MBDA Team thank you for your support of our 2024 Salute Inaugural Gala Celebration. Although this will be our 9th Annual Salute event, it will also be our first-ever Salute Gala Celebration and we couldn't be more honored to have you with us.

Join us for an informative Lunch & Learn session where experts from City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity will cover requirements for business certification.

On behalf of the Fort Bend Independent School District's Small Business Enterprise Program, you are invited to our Doing Business with FBISD information session June 26th at 2:00 P.M.

Liberty Fest is a patriotic celebration of our Nation's founding. The event is hosted by the Southwest Management District in close co-operation with several generous sponsors.

READY TO CONTRACT? The government spends billions every year on products and services. Join us and learn how to get into this marketplace with steps on getting started and certification programs.

A one-day event crafted for any business owner, especially those within their first five years of business. This speed networking style gathering goes beyond the ordinary, featuring targeted networking with key community partners.

UH System Hub - Gather with us virtually to obtain detailed information about universities, state agencies, school districts, and government entities' procurement practices as well as current bid opportunities. Register in advance for the workshop https://tinyurl.com/bdeckwwr

The Governor's Small Business Summit - Galveston/Gulf Coast aims to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen and grow a business. This event offers a variety of sessions bringing together local, state and federal resource partners to provide key insights on critical business topics.

Looking to Grow YOUR Business? In breakout sessions, learn about various no-cost business development programs throughout Houston that are available to small businesses.

For over 30 years the City of Houston has partnered with Turner Construction Company to offer Turner School of Construction Management. Participants accepted into the program who complete at least seven of the first eight classes will receive a certificate of completion. This training program is FREE of charge.

Join the SBA Houston District Office an upcoming event to learn more about access to capital, SBA Lending Programs and meet SBA-approved lenders!

Interested in Government Contracting? There are various resources and events to attend to learn about how to do business with the Government. Register for one of these SBA events.

The Office of Business Opportunity is committed to cultivating an inclusive and competitive economic environment in the City of Houston by promoting the success of small businesses and developing Houston's workforce, with a special emphasis on historically underutilized businesses and disenfranchised individuals.

BakerRipley has partnered with Harris County to provide ARPA-funded technical assistance to Harris County small businesses impacted by COVID19! Our coaches can help you with:

• Marketing for your small business

• Accounting for your small business

• Payroll management for your small business

• Hiring for your small business

• Business Plan Creation

The AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund, made possible by the Grubhub Community Fund, is designed to benefit Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander-owned restaurants across the country. With the industry facing ongoing economic challenges, the AAPISTRONG Restaurant Fund is available to help under-resourced restaurants respond to supply chain disruptions, increased inventory costs, workforce development, and safety for their employees. EXTENDED DEADLINE - JUNE 14

Intuit QuickBooks is launching a grant program to support 20 business owners across the US. Enter for a chance to receive a $10,000 cash award and 3 months of business coaching. DEADLINE - JUNE 30

Share your best small business advice for a chance to win up to $5,000 in prize value - plus a year of free payroll.* But that's not all. Your wisdom may even be used to help inspire fellow small businesses. Details on how it works and contest rules.